About the Journal
The Health Press is an open-access and peer-reviewed public health bulletin published by Zambia National Public Health Institute (ZNPHI). It was founded with the mission of offering a forum for the exchange and dissemination of health-related research and knowledge in Zambia and around the world. Its goals include spreading information on Zambia's public health security status and guide policy direction on health security in the country. The issue of the Health Press typically includes a research article, outbreak investigation, field notes and epidemiological bulletin.
Current Issue
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): The Health Press - Quater 2 - 2025
Featured in this issue is an editorial on genomic surveillance, underscoring its importance in detecting and responding to public health threats such as Mpox, while calling for Africa to invest in genomics through collaboration and partnerships. A case series report from Nsama District documents four epidemiologically linked Mpox cases, highlighting the risk of intra-household transmission and the need for timely case identification and contact tracing. Also included is an original research article on road traffic accidents in Zambia, demonstrating the value of integrating open-source intelligence with traditional surveillance to strengthen road safety monitoring.
You can access the full issue using the following link: Full Issue Health Press Quarter 2, 2025
Published:
29-08-2025
